It’s the start of baseball season. That means by this time, my husband has poured over countless articles stats, predictions, and every other nitty gritty detail you’d never even think to consider concerning the Giants. By now, my boys have all had their own Spring Training games in the Minor League Park that is our…

How do unfinished projects happen? Do you ever start a project with great intentions? In the moment you have to have that thing right.this.second. Then for whatever reason, it sits in a corner, and every time you pass by it, you toss your hands up in the air and go, meh. What happened to…

I really like assembly line sewing. I feel like it’s a huge challenge to myself to cut out the fluff in my sewing. It’s nice to linger over a project, but sometimes you just need to get things done. If you can figure out where your wasted motion is, you can discover solutions…

If the Lord decided to give me just boys, I’m really glad that I have 4 nieces to sew for. Niece #2 has her birthday this week and I wanted to make good use of my Ottobres for her. Corduroy Tunic and Leggings The top is Ottobre 6-2009-9–a velveteen tunic with elasticated sleeves and pockets,…

What is your favorite quick sew for your kids? All my boys love hats. My youngest frequently will come running out of nowhere with a knit beanie pulled over his eyes just when he senses that the mood of the room needs some excitement. That one has comedic timing down. But truly, sewing hats for kids…

The more clothes I sew for kids, the less uptight girls’ vs boys’ clothes. At the end of the day, good sewing is good sewing, and tiny collar stands are just as satisfying to sew as miniature ruffles. This corduroy pinafore dress I made for one of my nieces is a good example. I loved…

If you, like me are a Mom of little men, blown out knees are a common clothing disease. But you don’t always have the time to go shopping for new pants or the fabric to sew new ones. Please follow and like me:

fell off the wall upside down. I really should pay more attention to directional prints. Humpty Dumpty Pajamas The boys love their pjs though, and in making them, I’m reminded that Ottobre patterns are lovely to work with. Please follow and like me:

The boys have needed new pjs. #1 because all of his pjs are comically highwaters and #2 because he’s finally big (ish) enough to wear some proper looking pajamas. My friend Linda gave me this fish fabric with stars a while back and it was perfect for my animal loving boy with the bright blue…

The giveaway for Onion 5038 and The T-Shirt Project wrap-up post is coming. Programmer Husband needs to figure out if it’s possible to add a link party in WordPress. My oldest son’s best good favorite buddy is having a knight-themed birthday party next week. After looking over our options concerning knight costumes, and coming up with…

I'm Elizabeth, and I sew everything that's not nailed down. I'm always amazed as I watch a flat piece of fabric come alive into a real piece of clothing. When I'm not writing or running after my 4 kids, I'm most likely in my sewing studio, listening to opera as I create. Click here to read more about me.

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